A tranchet axe is a lithic tool made by removing a flake, known as a tranchet flake, from a larger stone. The flake is removed parallel to the final intended cutting edge of the tool which creates a single straight and sharp cutting edge as wide as the tool itself.
A tranchet axe is a lithic tool made by removing a flake, known as a tranchet flake, from a larger stone. The flake is removed parallel to the final intended cutting edge of the tool which creates a single straight and sharp cutting edge as wide as the tool itself.
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